Champion generators: reviews and lineup comparison
Champion Power Equipment is one of the most popular brands on Amazon, known for dual fuel open frames and inverters with remote start and the CO Shield shutoff.
Champion 201407 11,000-Watt Wireless Start Inverter
7.6/10
9,000 W · Gas inverter · $1,800–$2,500
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1st place · top pick
Champion 201302 9200-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator
7.9/10
9,200 W · Dual fuel · $800–$1,200
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3rd place
Champion 201423 11,000-Watt Wireless Start Tri Fuel Inverter
7.5/10
9,000 W · Tri fuel inverter · $1,800–$2,500
- Best overall: Champion 201302 9200-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator. The highest overall score in this list (7.9/10).
- Most watts per dollar: Champion 201169 6500-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator. 6,500 running watts in the $800–$1,200 price range.
- Quietest: Champion 201318 4500-Watt RV Ready Inverter. Rated at 61 dB(A) by its manufacturer.
- Longest runtime: Champion 201223 4000-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator. About 14 hours at half load on a 5 gal tank.
- Most powerful: Champion 201241 13,500-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator. 13,500 running watts, 16,875 starting.
- Lightest: Champion 100809 4000-Watt RV Ready Inverter. 48.1 lb for 3,000 running watts.
Champion · Dual fuel
Champion 201302 9200-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator
9,200 W
74 dB(A)209 lbCO
$800–$1,200Read the review →
7.6
Whole-house power
Champion · Gas inverter
Champion 201407 11,000-Watt Wireless Start Inverter
9,000 W
64 dB(A)200 lbCO
$1,800–$2,500Read the review →
7.5
Tri fuel
Champion · Tri fuel inverter
Champion 201423 11,000-Watt Wireless Start Tri Fuel Inverter
9,000 W
64 dB(A)212 lbCO
$1,800–$2,500Read the review →
7.4
Whole-house power
Champion · Dual fuel inverter
Champion 201417 11,000-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Inverter
9,000 W
64 dB(A)205 lbCO
$1,800–$2,500Read the review →
7.4
Tri fuel
Champion · Tri fuel
Champion 201169 6500-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator
6,500 W
74 dB(A)206 lbCO
$800–$1,200Read the review →
7.2
Tri fuel
Champion · Tri fuel
Champion 201223 4000-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator
4,000 W
68 dB(A)135 lbCO
$500–$800Read the review →
7.0
Remote start
Champion · Gas
Champion 201489 3500-Watt Wireless Remote Start RV Ready Generator
3,500 W
68 dB(A)116 lbCO
$500–$800Read the review →
6.9
Tri fuel
Champion · Tri fuel
Champion 201241 13,500-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator
13,500 W
79 dB(A)361 lbCO
Over $2,500Read the review →
6.8
CO shutoff
Champion · Gas inverter
Champion 201318 4500-Watt RV Ready Inverter
3,500 W
61 dB(A)92 lbCO
$500–$800Read the review →
6.8
Whole-house power
Champion · Gas
Champion 201160 12,000-Watt Electric Start Generator
12,000 W
78 dB(A)329 lbCO
Over $2,500Read the review →
6.7
Dual fuel inverter
Champion · Dual fuel inverter
Champion 201319 4500-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Inverter
3,500 W
61 dB(A)99 lbCO
$800–$1,200Read the review →
6.5
Easy to carry
Champion · Gas inverter
Champion 100809 4000-Watt RV Ready Inverter
3,000 W
64 dB(A)48 lbCO
$500–$800Read the review →
6.4
Dual fuel inverter
Champion · Dual fuel inverter
Champion 201050 4000-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Inverter
3,000 W
64 dB(A)52 lbCO
$500–$800Read the review →
5.5
CO shutoff
Champion · Gas
Champion 201285 1200-Watt Portable Generator
1,200 W
65 dB(A)58 lbCO
$300–$500Read the review →
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What stands out in the Champion lineup?
We analyzed 14 Champion generators sold on Amazon.com, from 1,200 to 13,500 running watts. Their average score is 7.0/10, versus 6.9/10 for the whole catalogue.
- Highest rated: Champion 201302 9200-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (7.9/10).
- Lightest: Champion 100809 4000-Watt RV Ready Inverter (48.1 lb).
- Most powerful: Champion 201241 13,500-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator (13,500 running watts).
- Inverters: 7 of 14. Dual or tri fuel: 8. CO shutoff: 14.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Champion generator?
In our comparison, the Champion 201302 9200-Watt Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator earns the highest score in the lineup (7.9/10), with 9,200 running watts. The right pick still depends on your use: the lineup ranges from 1,200 to 13,500 running watts.
Does Champion make dual fuel generators?
Yes, 8 of the 14 Champion models we analyzed run on gasoline or propane.
Do Champion generators have a CO shutoff sensor?
14 of the 14 Champion models we analyzed list a carbon monoxide shutoff.
Where can I buy a Champion generator?
Every model listed here is sold on Amazon.com, many by the brand's official store or by Amazon itself. Check the seller and the warranty shown on the listing before you buy.